US Bridges

Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR

Fair

Greeley County, Nebraska · 1.5W 1N of Wolbach · Structure no. C003903305P

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR in Greeley County, Nebraska. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 85 vehicles a day, projected to reach 144 by 2033. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

Location

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CarriesColl 7579
CrossesAbandoned BNSF RR
Location1.5W 1N of Wolbach
RouteCounty Highway 7579
CountyGreeley County
StateNebraska
Coordinates41.4259, -98.4348
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85 (1998)
Projected traffic144 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR carry?

About 85 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Coll 7579 over Abandoned BNSF RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.